*As of Jul 7, 8 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat Index
The Colony is experiencing a significant heat event this evening. The air temperature currently stands at 91F, but the combination of heat and moisture pushes the feels-like temperature to 99F. Relative humidity is at 53%, with a dew point of 72F, creating a muggy atmosphere. Winds are blowing from the south southeast at 11 mph, with gusts reaching 20 mph. The sky remains partly cloudy as the day winds down.
Forecast for Today and Tonight
Today will be exceptionally hot, with a high near 102F. There is a 38% chance of showers and thunderstorms developing throughout the day. As evening approaches, the National Weather Service indicates a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, followed by a continued chance of storms later. Temperatures will drop to a low near 77F, though they may rise to around 79F overnight. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 100. Winds will shift to a south southeast direction at around 5 mph. Any rainfall is expected to be minimal, with new amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tomorrow and Safety Reminders
Tomorrow brings a slight relief in peak heat, with a high near 99F. The morning will see isolated showers and thunderstorms before 7am, after which conditions will turn sunny. The heat index could climb to 104, so the heat will remain intense despite the lower air temperature. Winds will be from the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation drops to 15% for the day, though the official forecast notes a 20% chance. Tomorrow night will be mostly clear with a low around 79F and heat index values up to 101. South winds will increase to around 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.
